Advertising Agency Project Manager - Pharma Experience

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey where your talents are valued and your potential is limitless? At Deerfield, we believe in fostering a culture of excellence, where every team member is empowered to make a difference and contribute to our collective success.Deerfield is the marketing and communications partner of choice. Purpose-built to scale with our clients, our specialist teams craft stories that matter and bridge meaningful connections to advance healthcare products to the people who need them most. Our full-service capabilities are rooted in storytelling and powered by technology to deliver focused strategy, optimized execution, and tangible outcomes. Further, our flexible working model allows us to scale and grow alongside our clients – whether providing expert consultation, serving as a strategic executional partner, or acting as full agency of record.We are built to serve and designed to deliver.Position SummaryDeerfield Group is seeking a Project Manager (PM) with pharmaceutical advertising agency experience who will oversee the planning, implementation, and tracking of digital and print marketing projects for our clients. This role requires a strong balance of client interaction, team collaboration, and project management skills, ensuring all work is strategically aligned, completed on time, within budget, and adheres to Deerfield standards.Key ResponsibilitiesClient Interaction:Drive tactical execution of all projects/programsDevelop project plans, manage timelines, track finances, coordinate resources and drive efficiencies across the agencyPartner with Account team to understand client project goals and requirementsContribute to client proposals and quotes with oversight from managementEnsure accurate details are reflected in all project plansEnsure the work is on budget, on time, and meets quality standardsTechnical Expertise:Trafficking work in a timely manner throughout the life cycle of a projectManage systems/tools that contribute to project/program success (WF/Gitlab)Schedule and support a project kickoff meeting, along with frequent check-insMonitor project progress and clear roadblocks as able while escalating if unableFollow Deerfield best practices as it relates to documentation storage, movement, and namingEstablishing and managing project scopeReview and consolidate feedback/comments within PDFs, and track overall processExperience to work on small/medium sized print jobs, emails, and bannersCommunication:Build strong working relationships with all producers of workStreamline communication between internal team membersWork effectively and efficiently with internal and external stakeholdersClearly articulate project status, milestones, and key decisions effectively to ensure alignment and transparency, and escalate potential risks in a timely mannerDeliver final project summary to the clientCreative Thinking:Use strategic thinking to anticipate timeline challenges and implement corrective actions as neededEnsure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards throughout the project lifecycleCollaboration:Consistent collaboration with shared resources during the life cycle of the projectProductive and effective participation in cross-functional meetingsFoster a collaborative and inclusive team environment, encouraging open communication and knowledge sharingTeam Leadership:Assist in mentoring entry level project coordinatorsQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, or a related field3+ years of project management experience, ideally in healthcare or pharmaceutical advertisingKnowledge of digital and print advertising workflows and regulatory compliance in pharmaceuticalsProficiency in project management softwareProficient in Veeva systemsStrong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detailStrong scheduling and time management experienceExcellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilitiesAt Deerfield, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic work environment, so if this role and our culture excite you, we encourage you to apply even if you do not have the exact experience or meet all requirements outlined in this job posting. Our HR team will review your resume and experience to see if you align at a different level or possibly better align to other open positions.Deerfield is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Created: 2025-01-06